Readers asked: The lights have been off, is it closed? I stopped by and saw the restaurant’s signs have been removed and noticed a sign advertising the space is available. No word on what might be opening next, but I have my eye on the building that formerly housed Zara and Sea Grill.

Epic Donuts, the South Hill doughnut bakery that opened in 2013 at 12314 Meridian Ave. E., closed permanently Jan. 13. Owners Tom and Erin Dobrinski cited a need to spend more time with family for the closure. Here’s one bright spot for doughnut lovers on the hill: The restaurant is for sale. “We are optimistic it will reopen soon” with new owners, said Tom Dobrinski. More information at facebook.com/EpicDonuts.

Sumner’s Mignon’s Cafe at 1012 Main St. has closed, although it has been operating on limited hours as new owners take over. The cafe will be called Hometown Charm Cafe. Expect a new sign soon. More information at facebook.com/sumnergals.

Former owner Mignon Sutherland-Suave is expecting a baby and intends to spend some time being a stay-at-home mom.

BEER HAPPENINGS

Rhein Haus, the Bavarian-themed beer hall, is planning to open in the Stadium neighborhood by mid-February at 633 Division Ave. An exact opening date has not yet been set, but the restaurant will make an announcement in the next few weeks.

A construction delay caused by the cold weather is the reason the taproom and restaurant pushed its opening to February. Visit facebook.com/rheinhaustacoma for more information.